Intro to Common Sense

As an eighteen year-old citizen of America and college student I would just like to know where all the common sense has gone in the political world? Everything that goes on in Washington is a game; a constant mine field of lies, manipulation, and corruption. What happened to the American Way? Where did the dreams of our forefathers run off to? Have we completely lost touch with what America is all about? Over the next 365 days, I will be reacting to the "news" (or infotainment as I like to call it) of the day and offer new insight as a mere college student in America. You must be thinking, "Man this kid must have too much time on her hands". But, truthfully I'm just concerned about my future and I want to do everything possible to let my voice be heard. After all, that is what my representatives in Washington hold in their hands: the key to either a bright or a very dark future.